Gyuto 245mm Santoku used as it is

used as it is

The handle is made from english Walnut

The aim here was control

Balance point at the maker mark

This Tetsu Gyuto (workhorse) feature a long blade

Gyuto 245mm Santoku used as it isThis Nishiji Gyuto feature a long blade, good distal taper, thin tip. Flat profile at the heel with a slight curve toward the tip. The San mai is made from 135Cr3 steel core with soft steel cladding. Forged to shape and to geometry the blade is ground on water cooled grinding wheel. Specs : Construction : San ma (3 layers) Range : Nishiji KU Type : Medium thickness Blade length (heel to tip) : 245mm Blade height (at the heel): 54mm Hagane : 135Cr3